Work at camp

• Make new friends

• Learn new skills: leadership, organization, interpersonal communication, conflict resolutions, and problem solving.

• Become more resilient, confident, independent, adaptable, and creative.

• Have a positive impact on campers and co-workers.

At Camp Kee-Mo-Kee, we set high expectations for our staff because we know you’re capable of reaching them. As a counsellor, you’ll jump into every part of camp life: playing with campers, getting in the water, sharing your own skills and passions, leading songs, and fully participating in activities. Most importantly, keeping your campers’ needs at the centre of everything you do.

You’ll live out the motto: “Every effort for every camper to bring camp magic to life.” If you join our team, this is the standard we’ll uphold together.

You won’t be expected to have everything mastered on day one. This is a playful, hands-on, learning summer job where you grow into the role as you go. We provide lots of training ahead of time so you feel confident and prepared to lead, support, and have fun with campers.

Camp Kee-Mo-Kee runs Summer Overnight Camp programs each July and August, hiring 35–40 seasonal team members in a variety of positions. Our programs are built around creativity, connection, and challenge. We emphasize participation and effort over accomplishment. Above all, we aim for campers to have fun, leave with smiles on their faces, and feel proud of what they’ve experienced.

That same spirit extends to our staff. We want your summer to be just as memorable, filled with personal growth, new friendships, and plenty of fun. You’ll spend your summer outdoors, immersed in nature, and living in rustic cabins while making a meaningful impact on every camper you meet.

1. Before applying to work at camp:

   • Read the job descriptions and other information on this page.

   • Think about why you want to work at Camp Kee-Mo-Kee and what background and experiences you have that will help you be successful

   • Prepare a resume and cover letter to be uploaded to your profile. Have them as separate documents and saved as individual PDFs - no photos please.

   • Be prepared to provide the names, emails, and phone numbers for 3 references, these would preferably be people you have worked with or for in a paid or volunteer setting. Coaches, teachers, group leaders, and similar references would be acceptable if you have no work references.

2. Login or create an account in our Staff Portal.

   • If you were a camper, LIT or CIT, you will need to set up staff profile in your own account. Camper Household accounts do not connect with the staff area of the portal.

   • Please remember your login information as this will be used frequently if you are hired.

3. Follow the instructions, complete the application, and upload your resume and cover letter.

4. Ensure you submit your application and that it is not left “in progress”.

5. Interviews will start in February for Senior Staff. Counsellor and Support Position interviews start in March.

6. After a successful interview, your references will be contacted.

7. If you are a successful applicant, you will be sent an Employment Agreement to sign and upload.

8. You will then receive an onboarding package with more information about your position, paperwork to fill out and upload to the your profile and training information.

• Read and follow all instructions carefully.

• Remember you are the person applying for the position - not your parents/caregivers. Questions and communications about the application process should come directly from the applicant.

• You can log back in to complete your application if needed.

• Ensure we are communicating with you through your own email address, not a parent’s or school email.

• Ensure the domain ‘@keemokee.com” is on your emails safe senders list so you don’t miss any emails from us.

• Please submit your application through our staff portal prior to the application deadline. Deadlines will be extended if needed until all positions are filled.

• All uploads to your staff profile must be PDF.

Some training is done online prior to on-site training. All staff are required to attend the training week (June 28 - July 3, 2026). All Team Members must participate and complete all training as required by their role. Team Members are prepared for and supported in their roles through a variety of means and are trained on a wide range of topics including, but not limited to:

• Emergency Procedures

• Behaviour theories and management

• Program Facilitation

• Leadership styles

• How to Debrief

• Common Camper Behaviours

• Inclusion

• Intercultural understanding

• Camper Disclosure

• Back Pocket Games

• Camp Programs and Expectations

• Review of First Aid/CRP

• Team Building

• Stress Management

• Risk Management

• Spirituality at Camp

• How to Camp Fire!

• Camp Traditions and Culture

• Camper Developmental Stages

• Low Ropes Training

• Archery Training

Most staff are paid a weekly salary, with room and board in addition to their weekly salary. Below are minimum rates of pay for each position, incremental increases will be made based on experience and years worked at camp.

• Counsellors - $425.00/week.

• Senior Staff - $465/week

• Health Care Provider & Assistant Director - $521.00/week.

The following positions are paid hourly, with minimum wage as the base rate and incremental increases made based on position, experience and years worked at camp. They are not expected to live on-site. Meals are provided during their scheduled shift.

• Facility Caretaker

• Kitchen Team

• Photographer

Camp Kee-Mo-Kee is located 15 minutes west of London, Ontario in Komoka. The property is accessed by a 500 metre laneway that winds through 20 acres of managed Carolinian Forest and bordered by Komoka Creek.

There are 8 camper cabins, 2 staff cabins, the Director’s cabin, Health Hut, Craft Lodge, Dining Hall, swimming pool, outdoor chapel, sports spaces and a campfire circle. The buildings are accessible, rustic and well maintained, with many having upgrades or being replaced in the past few years. Take a look at a map and pictures of the buildings here.

Team Members are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from camp each week.

Camp Kee-Mo-Kee is a short drive for London, Komoka, and Strathroy. Most staff arrange to be dropped off Sunday afternoons and picked up Friday afternoons by a family member or friend, and often they carpool with other team members. Public transportation does not service the camp’s area, and an Uber from downtown London costs about $45.00.

Parking at camp is limited and reserved for those who need it most. If a team member is permitted to park at camp, it is most likely they will park at our parking lot about 400 metres from main camp. Parking arrangements must be discussed with the Camp Director prior to the summer.

Staff sleep in shared accommodations. Counsellors sleep in camper cabins with 2-3 other staff and 10-14 campers. Senior Staff sleep in shared staff cabins or camper cabins. Any staff may be placed in all-gender cabins as required.

Meals are served in the Dining Hall. The menu at camp is simple, tasty, and nutritious. Usually, there is an entree with an option or adaptation and there is always a selection of alternatives on our salad bar. Most meals are served family style. Staff are not permitted to bring their own food to camp, unless approved by a Director.

We ask that Team Members conduct themselves in a way that keeps everyone focussed on their job - providing our campers with an exceptional camp experience. These expectations will be outlined more clearly during training, but here are the highlights:

• Team Members may work long hours and are expected to remain camper-focussed at all times.

• There is a wide age range between Team Members. Team Members are expected to act as positive role models and ensure their conduct is appropriate for all age levels.

• Use of profanity, personal slights, and mature/sensitive topics are not acceptable at camp.

• Relationships between Team Members are strongly discouraged, but we are aware they exist. They are not to be visible or have an impact on the program, and should be ‘suspended’ any time you are on site or acting as a Team Member.

• Physical relations of any sort are not acceptable on camp property. We have a “hands off” policy in all situations.

• Professional distance must be maintained with all program participants, at all times, both on-site and off-site and it is highly recommended during the off-season.

• Team Members are expected to adhere to curfews, attend all meals, be punctual, and act as positive role models when it comes to self-care.

• We encourage Team Members to attend community and camp events such as the Easter Dash, Camp Clean-up Day, parades and other camp events. This provides opportunities for connecting with other Team Members and the camp community while supporting the mission of Camp Kee-Mo-Kee.

• Team Members are representatives of the camp when off-site and off-duty during their contract. Their behaviour must be such that it has no negative impact on Camp Kee-Mo-Kee.

Team Members are expected to dress in a manner that allows them to perform their duties comfortably and safely. Clothing must fit in such a way that it stays in place and is not a hindrance to the Team Member should they have to run/jump/climb/etc.

• Shoes MUST have backs or heel straps; flip-flops or slides are not acceptable.

• Team Members are expected to wear Team Member t-shirts or other items that identify them as staff.

• Team Members are expected to wear a watch at all times.

To promote face-to-face connection, personal growth, and engagement with the outdoors, Camp Kee-Mo-Kee enforces a no-phone policy during all camp sessions.

Staff Guidelines:

• Staff are not permitted to use personal cell phones during camp sessions.

• Upon arrival, cell phones must be checked in at the office, where they will be securely stored for the duration of the session. Phones will be returned when staff leave at the end of the week.

• Staff may request phone access during scheduled breaks to make calls or respond to time-sensitive messages.

Responsibilities & Exceptions:

• Camp Kee-Mo-Kee is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items.

• Exceptions to this policy may be granted at the discretion of the Summer Camp Director or Executive Director.

Internet Access:

• Staff will have Wi-Fi access only if required for their job duties, as the site has limited internet service.

The use of the following is not permitted at camp:

• cigarettes/tobacco.

• e-cigarettes/vapes/etc.

• cannabis products (except where medically prescribed and to be used in compliance with our medication guidelines).

• alcohol.

• any other controlled substances.

Furthermore, it is unacceptable to bring these substances on site, or be under the influence of these substances while at camp or representing the camp. Violations of this policy may result in dismissal.